Contract Utility Forester | Cincinnati, OH

ACRT, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Company vehicle

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Boot allowance program

Job summary

ACRT, Inc. in Cincinnati, Ohio, is hiring a Contract Utility Forester to manage vegetation along utility lines. Ideal candidates should possess a background in forestry or environmental sciences and demonstrate strong communication skills.

Responsibilities include identifying trees and brush, coordinating clearance activities, and liaising with clients. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, including medical insurance and an ESOP plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree related to forestry, environmental science, or high school diploma with experience.
• Experience in vegetation management is preferred.
• Must be self-motivated and organized.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate trees and brush along utility lines.
• Coordinate tree clearance activities and negotiate access.
• Liaise between clients and tree crews.

Skills

Vegetation management

ISA Arborist certification

Microsoft Office Suite

GIS software

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Two- or four-year degree in Forestry or related field

High school diploma or GED

Job description

ACRT, Inc. – Full‑time Regular Position

ACRT is currently seeking energetic experienced professionals who enjoy working outdoors. Our Contract Utility Forester position is ideal for seasoned professionals with an educational background in forestry, horticulture, arboriculture, environmental studies, conservation or related disciplines and with experience in these fields and line of work.

Responsibilities

Our Foresters perform identification, inspection, and evaluation of trees and brush along utility lines; submit inspection results to clients with recommendations; plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of assigned tree clearance crews; discuss and negotiate line‑clearance crew access issues; serve as a liaison between clients, tree crews, and client customers.

Minimum Requirements

• Two- or four-year forestry, Environmental Science, Natural Resources degree or related field or high school diploma/GED plus two years of UVM experience. High school diploma/GED requirement can be substituted with five years of related UVM experience.
• Previous vegetation management experience preferred.
• ISA Arborist certification preferred.
• Competent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience working with GIS integrated data collection software/hardware preferred but not required.
• Candidate must be self‑motivated, organized, production oriented.
• Candidate must be comfortable working in an independent environment and managing a geographical area for all vegetation related activities.
• Candidate must be able to work with stakeholders, utility customers and line clearance vendors and have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Must demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Multi-tasking and strong time‑management skills required.
• Ability to work in varied terrain and inclement weather with flexible schedules (available nights and weekends as needed).
• Valid driver's license required.

Benefits and Additional Information

• Medical, dental, vision, group life insurance, optional life insurance, short‑and long‑term disability, vacation, holidays, 401(k).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Company vehicle/fuel card for work‑related and commuting purposes.
• Boot allowance program.
• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) with a great vesting schedule.
• Pre‑employment drug screening and background check required.

Salary

For applicants residing in Ohio, the salary range for this role is from $18,000 to $24,000.

Salary Range Disclaimer: The base salary range represents the low and high end of the ACRT salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to customer contact terms, location, experience, and performance. Other rewards may include paid time off, 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match, ESOP contributions, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and other region‑specific benefits as eligible.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

ACRT is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for a reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e‑mail address.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60‑1.35(c)